Teenage Suicide

By: Alice Liu

Teenage Suicide

By: Alice Liu

What is teenage suicide?

Everyone at one point in their life will experience times of anxiety, sadness, and despair. These happen to be normal responses to the pain of loss, and rejection. However, those with serious mental illnesses, like teenage suicide, often experience much more extremities. These reactions and feelings can leave them feeling hopeless, making them feel that the only solution in life is suicide.

Symptoms of teenage suicide

change in eating and sleeping habits

drug or alcohol use

violent actions

loss of interest in pleasurable activities

always negative about themselves

become suddenly cheerful after a period of depression

neglect of personal appearance

personality change

“A lot of you cared, just not enough.” Jay Asher, Thirteen Reasons Why

What can you do to help?

ask if the person is thinking about suicide

listen openly

believe what a person says

get others involved

reassure the person that help is available

act immediately if you think the person is at serious risk for suicide